From arts to music, from food to drinks, here’s a short list of some of the events in downtown Bloomington this Valentine’s Day.
Art Events
“Words of Love” at 5:30 p.m. at The Venue Fine Art & Gifts — Both professional and amateur poets are welcomed to share their words at this event at the Venue. Poets are welcome to read their work surrounded by artwork at the gallery on Valentine’s Day. Admission is free.
“An Affair to Remember” at 7 p.m. at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater — Watch the Carey Grant-starring film alongside friends, members of the community or a sweetheart. Tickets $5.
Continuing Art Exhibits
“From Taos with Love” at gallery406 — Anabel Hopkins’ exhibition reflects on her time in Taos, New Mexico.
“Deep Cuts” at Blueline Media Productions — Levi McGranahan’s collection of abstract pieces created in the course of the year decorates the walls of Blueline this month.
“Cycles” at Gather handmade shoppe & co. — Ryan Woods, owner and proprietor of the Owlery Restaurant, has his paintings on display at Gather.
“Vessels” at By Hand Gallery — Larry Spears’ collection of sculptural works is still on display at By Hand Gallery.
Musical Venues
Singer-Songwriter Showcase at 8 p.m. at Bear’s Place — Briagha McTavish, Tim O’Malley and David Michael Kirk will take the stage with a fourth chair open for anyone who wants to join! Share a love song and celebrate the day of love. Reservation required. Contact songbird3820@hotmail.com.
Double Standard & Risk Watch at 8 p.m. at the Bluebird — Tickets $5
Matsu at 10 p.m. at Kilroy’s Dunnkirk — Mark Matsuki, an Indianapolis-based DJ, will perform all night Valentine’s Day. Matsu is known for remixes of hits like Niykee Heaton’s “Lullaby” and Calvin Harris and Disciples’ “How Deep is Your Love.”
Restaurants and bars
Mother Bear’s – Heart-shaped pizzas will be available through Valentine’s Day. This option is available for pickup, delivery and seating in the candlelit dining room.
Blu Boy Chocolate Cafe & Bakery — There’s still time to buy assorted boxes of chocolates from the bakery and chocolate shop, with a myriad of conventional and unconventional flavors to suit any taste.
Irish Lion from 4 p.m to 10 p.m. — Two special dinner entrees will grace the menu on Valentine’s night — chateaubriand and roasted sea bass — both of which are garnished with chocolate-covered strawberries. $35 per person
Bloomington Bagel Company — The shop will offer heart-shaped bagels and heart-shaped Sugar Bomb cookies.
Lennie’s from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. – The Valentine’s Day menu at the casual restaurant will include saffron mussel bisque, smoked prime rib, tilapia asparagus bundles, mushroom ravioli, chocolate covered cherries and red velvet cake. Call 812-323-2112 for reservations.
Serendipity from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Half-priced martinis and appetizers for anyone interested in drinks on Valentine’s Day.
Quaff On! – A four-course meal paired with hand-crafted cocktails and choklat or mokah stouts.
